LEXINGTON, Ky. (Interstat) — The South Carolina women’s basketball team escaped Rupp Arena with a 60-56 victory over Kentucky on Sunday, March 1, 2026, in a Southeastern Conference game. The Gamecocks built a 13-point lead through three quarters but had to withstand a late Wildcats charge.

South Carolina led 54-41 entering the final period before being held to just six points. Kentucky’s Clara Strack fueled the comeback attempt, scoring 24 points. Madina Okot led the Gamecocks with 21 points. South Carolina improved to 29-2 overall, while Kentucky fell to 21-9. Attendance was 6,250.